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Main Gate, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Main Gate Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Main Gate area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Union on Santa Rita - Near The U of A priced from $650. Sahara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Main Gate apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union on Santa Rita - Near The U of AWinter Special 1 Bedroom- One Month FREE Rent!1BR,1BA$650
SaharaStudio 340BStudio,1BA$699
Junction at IronhorseD14BR,4BA$699
Highland Park Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$725
700 N. 7th Ave. ( Main House, A, B, C, D )Updated studio near UofA Preleasing NOW for Aug...Studio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Main Gate, AZ

As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Main Gate area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3x3 - Camden Model at The Mark Tucson in the in the South Tucson neighborhood starting from $1,185. The second greatest value Main Gate apartment is the 4x2 Suite Mansion Model at Hub Park Ave starting at $1,625 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the North University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Main Gate apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Mark Tucson3x3 - Camden3BR,3BA$1.10
Hub Park Ave4x2 Suite Mansion4BR,2BA$1.50
2001-2009 E 7th street20032BR,1BA$1.67
University Gardens Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.89
The U at Park - Near The U of A2 BED2BR,2BA$0.87
Sonoran On 9th2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 260992BR,1BA$1.68
Westwood Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath - 260472BR,1BA$1.30
Union on Santa Rita - Near The U of AWinter Special 1 Bedroom- One Month FREE Rent!1BR,1BA$1.08
Highland Park Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.29
Campus Crossings on 8th Street1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.11

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Main Gate

What type of rentals are currently available in Main Gate?

There are currently 356 Apartments for Rent in Main Gate, AZ with pricing that ranges from $440 to $18,700. There are also 71 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Main Gate ranging from $895 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Main Gate?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Main Gate ranges from $895 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,091.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Main Gate?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Main Gate range from $625 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $5,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $699.

Expert Rental Resources

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Long-Time Residents Inside Review of the Top 5 Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Tucson, AZ

Written by: Larry Allen

I'm Larry, a long-time local resident, and I'm happy to be your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Tucson, AZ. I moved here with my family in 1997 for a job transfer from the Midwest.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!